1993 Chrysler Viper vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,985 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 265 kg more than 1993 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Viper | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Viper | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7985 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
